Tales of a locksmith in Buffalo
Real jobs, odd problems and practical locksmithing from around Western New York. These articles were migrated from the existing Buffalock and Key site rather than discarded during the redesign.
2013 Dodge Ram No-Start: When It Seemed Like the ECM Was the Problem
I recently got a call from a customer asking if I could help with ECM programming on his 2013 Dodge Ram. He had driven out to visit a…
Summer Fun, Spare Keys, and Why You’ll Be Glad You Called Me Before You Lost Yours
Summer in Buffalo means time outdoors—hiking, beach days, road trips, and backyard barbecues. It’s the season of freedom and fun...…
2011 Honda CR-V: When the Ignition Won’t Turn—Until It Does
A customer recently called me about a frustrating issue with his 2011 Honda CR V. He said his key didn’t always turn in the…
One Key at a Time: Solving Lock & Remote Issues Around Buffalo
Every week brings something different in this line of work—and that’s exactly why I love it. Whether it’s a lockout, a worn key, or a…
Don’t Get Locked Out: The Importance of Your Emergency Key
These days, many cars use smart keys or proximity fobs—just walk up, touch the handle, and you're in. Push a button, and the engine…
Spring Security Checklist: Protect Your Home, Business, and Car This Season
Spring is almost here, bringing warmer weather, spring cleaning, and, unfortunately, security risks that many people overlook. As you…
The Google Maps Gauntlet: A Locksmith’s Struggle to Stay on the Map
If you’ve ever searched for a locksmith near you, chances are Google Maps played a big role in your decision. It’s convenient, right?…
Mobile Locksmithing Done Right: A Volvo Key Success Story
The other day, I received a call from a Volvo XC60 owner who had lost the key to his 2012 model. He had spent hours reaching out to…
Winter Maintenance Checklist for Your Locks
Winter in Buffalo isn’t just tough on people—it’s tough on locks too. Freezing temperatures, moisture, and road salt can all cause…
2005 Chrysler Crossfire Lost Key Replacement
2005 Chrysler Crossfire lost key replacement 2005 Chrysler Crossfire key replacement Recently, I had the opportunity to help a…
Repairing a Stuck Ignition on a 2009 Honda Element (And What You Should Know About Honda Ignitions)
I recently worked on a 2009 Honda Element that had a completely stuck ignition. This issue is common not only with the Element but…
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Making a Key at the Marina: Locksmithing by Lake Erie's waters
I don’t often get calls to head down to a marina, but when my friend, who runs Buffalo Harbor Cruises, lost his mailbox key, I knew I…
Blog Post: Bringing a Classic Back to Life – Making a Lost Key for a 1984 BMW 735i
Owning a classic car is like holding a piece of history, and the 1984 BMW 735i is no exception. It’s a rare gem—a perfect blend of…
Reviving Relics and Crafting Smart Keys: Another Day in the Life of a Buffalo Locksmith
As a locksmith, no two days are ever the same. Each job comes with its unique set of challenges and stories. Recently, I had the…
Real-World Locksmithing: A few examples of recent work
Rekeying a Piece of History: Old Sargent Locks Recently, a customer came to me after having his keys stolen—an all too common scenario…
Busy Week: Automotive, Residential, and Recreational Lock Repairs in Buffalo
This week, I decided to take it easy and focus on getting my ever growing stock of keys, remotes, locks, and tools in order. I turned…
Quick and Reliable Solutions for Smart Key Issues: A Recent Lockout Success Story
The other night, I received a call for a lockout involving a 2020 Mazda CX 9. After unlocking the car and retrieving the keys, the…
Revamping Your Home Security: Modern Solutions for Old Mortised Locksets
Mortised locksets have long been a staple in home security, known for their durability and longevity. High quality mortised locksets…
Keys, keys, keys... and more keys!
It's usually lost car keys that I'm called to replace, and it's definitely the bread and butter of my business. But every once in a…
Overcoming Challenges: A Locksmith's Tale of Determination and Responsibility
In the locksmith business, especially in the automotive field, every job brings its own set of challenges and learning opportunities.…
Been a while, still got it!
It's been a while since I've worked on a VATS (Vehicle Anti Theft System), GM's first generation electronic security system, easily…
Locksmith on the Move: Serving Clarence, Medina, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo in One Morning
I started the day bright and early at the Clarence Travel Plaza, where a storage unit was missing its keys. Thankfully, I was able to…
Keyed Entry to a Keypad Entry
Its a building I've been to a few times working on the locks. Some of the work I;ve done their is worthy of a post of its own some of…
Broken key? Call a professional..
This morning, a friend of mine who works at a grocery store here in Buffalo called me to tell me about a customer at her store which…
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Push lock servicing on an old medicine cabinet
Might be a bit of a boring post but I was very happy with how nice this job turned out. Was called to service an old medicine cabinet…
Kaba Simplex install
Just wanted to show a nice job I did for a customer. The customer wanted a Kaba Simplex installed on his front door. The Kaba Simplex…
When fixing an older mortised lockset wasn't a viable option..
Was rekeying a few locks for a customer and noticed a mortised lockset with a mulfunctioning latch. I origianlly thought an internal…
Just as things were going so well...
Ensuring a successful locksmith business involves more than just possessing the right tools and expertise. It goes beyond knowing how…
Tough Problems, Simple Solutions!
Weather can create all sorts of problems with doors and locks and we know weather here in Buffalo! Doors shift, locks freeze all are…
Embracing my role as Buffalo's emergency locksmith
I was tired and already in bed when the phone rang a little after midnight. I weighed staying in bed vs getting up, getting dressed,…
Rescuing Old Faithful: A Locksmith's Tale in Buffalo, NY
Got a call Friday evening "Buffalock and key, Eli speaking, how can I help you?" "Hi my key won't turn in the ignition, can you help?"…
Winter is coming! (and so do keys getting lost in the snow)
Reflecting on my first winter as a locksmith, I was astonished by how many individuals lost their keys in the snow. Curiosity led me…
Why deburring a duplicate key is important (if you don't want your ignition replaced)
I recently received a call from a lady who found herself in a tricky situation at another locksmith's parking lot. She had gone there…